140th Saint Marsh
Minnesota · Midwest
About This Location
140th Saint Marsh is a productive birding destination in Minnesota, with 233 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Green-winged Teal, and Great Horned Owl among many others. Spring migration along the Mississippi and Central Flyways makes this a vital stopover for diverse species.
Location
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Live Bird Data
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Notable Sightings
Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days
Wilson's Phalarope
Phalaropus tricolor
American Black Duck
Anas rubripes
Red Crossbill
Loxia curvirostra
Blue Grosbeak
Passerina caerulea
Carolina Wren
Thryothorus ludovicianus
Merlin
Falco columbarius
Rough-legged Hawk
Buteo lagopus
Eurasian Tree Sparrow
Passer montanus
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
Mallard
Killdeer
Green Heron
Turkey Vulture
Willow Flycatcher
Great Crested Flycatcher
Eastern Kingbird
Eastern Warbling Vireo
Black-capped Chickadee
Northern Rough-winged Swallow
Northern House Wren
European Starling
Gray Catbird
American Robin
American Goldfinch
Grasshopper Sparrow
Chipping Sparrow
Field Sparrow
Song Sparrow
Swamp Sparrow
Birding Tips
- 1
Bring waterproof boots for marsh trails and muddy edges.
- 2
Scan the edges of open water for herons, egrets, and rails at dawn.
- 3
Time your visit during the first week of May for maximum species diversity.
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